1983 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 836 kg more than 1983 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | Statesman | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |